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tylermileslockett · 2 months
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"The Gate to Hades" (part 3 in my Orpheus and Eurydice series)
Part3: But Orpheus is not satisfied to sit in solitary mourning. There was a great injustice in the death of his love Eurydice. If the beasts and rocks of the wild woods of Olympia bow before his song, what is to stop him for persuading the spirits of the underworld? Perhaps he can even persuade the King Hades to take pity on him and his lost love. With this determination, he receives directions to the dark gate from the forest nymphs and sets out. Many days later, standing before that gaping black maw, Orpheus shivers. He might never return to the land of the living. He steps forward. He has nothing left to lose.
In Greek literary sources we have varying references to the location of the entrance to underworld. In Homer’s Odyssey, Odysseus must travel to Hades to  perform a “Nekyia” ceremony to commune with the dead to receive prophecies. Circe gives Odysseus the vaguest of directions; “…once your ship has crossed flowing Ocean, drag it ashore at Persephone’s groves, on the level beach where tall poplars grow, willows shed their fruit, right beside deep swirling Oceanus.  Then you must go to Hades’ murky home, where Periphlegethon and Cocytus, a stream which branches off theriver Styx, flow into Acheron.” – translation by Ian Johnston.
Some scholars believe Homer’s description of the location is based on the real-world temple of the “Nekromanteion” (oracle of the dead) in Ancient Epirus (Northwest Greece). This was a temple of necromancy dedicated to Hades and Persephone where devotees could commune with dead spirits, and was believed to be the entrance to Hades. The temple was located at the meeting point of three rivers; the Acheron (river of woe), Pyriphlegethon (river of fire), and Cocytus (river of lamentation).
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theradicalscholar · 9 months
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In the bewitching embrace of the star-studded Milky Way, let Dostoyevsky's profound words cast shadows of contemplation upon the realms of literature, poetry, and the enigmatic tapestry of life itself.
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blurrymerzsblog · 1 month
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On October 30th, 1962, Sylvia Plath was interviewed by Peter Orr for a BBC segment on contemporary poets. It was in this time that she had written her most enduring collection of poems, “Ariel”, in which are the famous ‘Lady Lazarus’, ‘Daddy’ and ‘The Moon and the Yew Tree.’ Three months later, on February 11th, she sadly committed suicide, a victim of her long battle with depression.
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alittlebookdust · 7 days
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The Austenian Confession
The art is not so much in the climactic moment of truth as in the building of an exquisitely delicate and elaborate scaffolding of indirect character interactions that assuredly leads up to a declaration of love. Austen, the genius of social observation and emotional subtlety that threads through her very interactions, layers it into the narrative, so that when and Austen confession arrives, it does feel both inevitable and profound.
Austen's confessions are never straightforwardly that of revealing a secret or of love; there is a great point of culmination in them, a great crescendo of many small exchanges, looks, instances, which, taken singly, would indeed seem trivial, but here they burst in their meaning in the context of the novel. Such indirect moments of interaction would be the platform on which Austen builds the emotional weight, sustaining for the confession. That mechanism has given Austen the ability to delve into the subtleties of her personages' feelings and their interrelations in the manner that comes off as really realistic.
I mean, LOOK at Persuasion. The quiet constancy of Anne Elliot, and the long-felt dislike of Captain Wentworth, now and then making as striking a comment on the canvas of lounging glances and overheard discourses. Plotted through years of separation and silent longing, the climax of their story comes with Wentworth's letter: a confession of love that will always last, now stronger for the time lost, and the words left unspoken between them. Therefore, this letter—culminating in so many delicate, intelligent, passionate, and classically Austenian moments that Wentworth's voice in it has been called one of Austen's masterstrokes—allows the author to eavesdrop up close, through Austen's skill at creating moments of confession deeply tied to the character's emotional journey and the social context that formed it.
So we see how Austen crafts confessional moments—stolen, rising, tight—between characters that are as pivotal to the plot as they are deeply revealing of character, focusing on the gradual build of tension and understanding. These moments light up the social moral and norm of Austen's time; they seem to show how many of her characters were constrained and pressurized, yet also full of resourcefulness, wit, and a wealth of emotion.
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mooberryink · 1 year
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This week on my bookstagram ♡ @mooberryink
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distant-lullaby · 3 months
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Four Adventures of Reinette and Mirabelle (1987)
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pepzapata · 7 months
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all fans of the enigmatic world of "The Phantom of the Opera"
We are excited to present the first chapter of "Zariya Hollow - A Horror Anthology: Episode 13 - "The Ghost in The Opera House". This project, a labor of love spanning nine years, has been made possible in collaboration with phantomstheater.weebly.com. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Phantomstheater for providing access to their translation of the original Le Gaulois newspaper publication of Gaston Leroux's "Le Fantôme de l'Opéra", along with the comprehensive appendix. Discover more and stay updated at phantomstheater.weebly.com/Zariya-Hollow.
Zariya Hollow: Season 1, Episode 13 - "The Ghost In The Opera House" (Chapter 1)
In the gripping season finale opener, "The Ghost In The Opera House," we step into the mysterious corridors of Paris's famed Opera House, led by the enigmatic voice of Gaston Leroux. His narration not only brings the grand architecture to life but also whispers of the secrets and ghostly enigmas hidden within its walls.
This episode is a defining moment in the Opera House's chronicles, capturing the significant transfer of leadership from the old directors, Messieurs Debienne and Poligny, to the new custodians, Armand Moncharmin and Firmin Richard. The handover of the small master keys isn't merely a formal procedure; it signifies the dawn of a new era, riddled with unexpected challenges and eerie tales of a phantom lurking in the shadows.
As we navigate through Leroux's vividly painted scenes, we explore the Opera House's majestic underbelly, where the new directors grapple with the daunting rumors of a spectral inhabitant. Parallel to this, in the serene town of Perros-Guirec, another story starts to unfurl, intricately linking to the opera's own enigmatic saga.
Leroux's masterful storytelling skillfully blends reality with legend, weaving a narrative that captivates and haunts in equal measure. "The Ghost In The Opera House" is more than a tale of unspoken love and ghostly presence; it's an expedition into a realm where every hidden corner and echoing note tells its own story. As the tale progresses, Leroux sets the stage for a finale that is set to be as unforgettable as the legend of the Paris Opera House itself.
Tune in to this mesmerizing journey at anchor.fm/zariyahollow/episodes/Zariya-Hollow-S1Ep13--The-Ghost-In-The-Opera-House-Chapter-1-e2dlke1.
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epicforwards · 2 months
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"Success is a science; if you have the conditions, you get the result."
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arthistoriansdiary · 1 month
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Sarah Bernhardt, Ophelia (n.d.). White marble in a wood frame, 70 x 59 cm. Private collection, Normandy, France.
In the realm of art and literature, few scenes are as hauntingly captivating as Ophelia's tragic demise in William Shakespeare's Hamlet. Sarah Bernhardt, celebrated for her unparalleled prowess on the stage, extends her artistic expression into the medium of sculpture with her rendition of Ophelia. This piece, a rare surviving work signed by Bernhardt, offers a unique visual exploration of one of literature's most poignant figures.
A Fusion of Art and Tragedy:
Bernhardt's Ophelia is not merely a sculptural representation; it is a narrative frozen in marble. Inspired by Shakespeare's vivid depiction of Ophelia's final moments, Bernhardt captures the essence of the character's tragic end through the medium of high relief. The sculpture portrays Ophelia in a bust form, her head elegantly turned, eyes closed, as if in peaceful resignation to her fate.
The Garland of Flowers:
Adorned with a garland of flowers, the sculpture's Ophelia is enveloped by water that seamlessly merges with her tresses. Bernhardt’s attention to detail is manifest in the intricately carved flowers and the delicate waves of the 'glassy stream', creating a texture that contrasts strikingly with the smooth, bulging form of Ophelia's exposed breast. This duality of texture highlights the sculpture's technical mastery and artistic depth.
A Moment Between Life and Death:
Though depicted at the moment of her death, Bernhardt's Ophelia exudes an undeniable eroticism through her sensuous open-mouthed expression, overt nudity, and languid pose. This portrayal suggests not despair but an ecstatic consummation, presenting death not as a moment of loss but as a profound, albeit tragic, fulfillment. It's a bold interpretation that challenges traditional readings of Ophelia's character, suggesting a deeper, perhaps more complex relationship between the heroine and her fate.
Bernhardt's Artistic Legacy:
Sarah Bernhardt's Ophelia stands as a testament to her multifaceted talent and her ability to traverse the worlds of acting and sculpture with equal finesse. The sculpture serves not only as a memorial to Ophelia's tragic story but also as a reflection of Bernhardt's own interpretive genius and her capacity to imbue marble with the breath of life and emotion.
Reflecting on Ophelia:
In Bernhardt's Ophelia, we are invited to reconsider the narrative of the doomed heroine, seeing her not as a victim of circumstance but as a figure of complex emotional and existential depth. The sculpture asks us to ponder the thin line between life and death, the beauty found in the tragic end, and the eternal resonance of Shakespeare's work through the lens of Bernhardt's sculptural vision.
Your Perspective:
How does Sarah Bernhardt's sculptural interpretation of Ophelia challenge or enrich your understanding of the character? Does this portrayal alter your perception of Ophelia's final moments as an act of despair or an embrace of the inevitable?
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tylermileslockett · 18 days
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An Impossible Task (#3 in my "Quest for the Gorgon Head" series
Perseus was lovingly raised into a fine young man by the fisherman who found them. Amazingly, the fisherman’s brother was King Polydectes, the ruler of Seriphos. One evening Perseus is invited to a secret banquet within the king’s hall. It is revealed the party is for guests to offer gifts to the king for a dowry to marry a neighboring princess. Many aristocrats lead fine horses before the king in generous offerings, until finally, Perseus is called up to present his contribution. The boy, unprepared, stands empty handed. Eager to prove his worth, the young man offers to acquire anything the king wishes, even “the Head of a dreaded gorgon”, he jokingly adds. The hall echoes in chuckles. But the king does not laugh. For king Polydectes, secretly desiring Perseus’ mother Danae, has cleverly devised this trap to dispose of the boy. The king immediately agrees to Perseus’ impossible suggestion. Perseus, keeping his composure, gracefully bows and retires. But how on earth can he ever hope to accomplish such an unimaginable task? He will need help. Help from the gods. 
        Here we have an example of what Joseph Campbell deems the “Call to adventure.” This is the point in a myth or fairytale where the protagonist is either offered or forced into a quest. Sometimes the hero will turn down the call, but in the end, the journey must commence, or else we have no story.
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wedarkacademia · 1 year
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I'm an artist in search of my art, don't know how long I still have to go <3
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cassimothwin · 1 year
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Yesterday was a wild day. Thanks everyone. I anticipate the campaign slowing down quite a bit, but I'll remain stunned by what we accomplished in a few days.
If you want to join the excitement around Tangled Blessings, a 1-2 player GM-less RPG set at a magical school filled with horror, here's the link: https://crowdfundr.com/tangledblessings?ref=ab_1C6NG4_ab_cC4gY7
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bypujagoyal · 1 month
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Animal Farm: A Cautionary Tale of Revolution and Subjugation
Here's a book review: Animal Farm: A Cautionary Tale of Revolution and Subjugation.
Is there really freedom from tyranny? an article by Puja Goyal “The creatures outside looked from pig to man, and from man to pig, and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which.“ – Animal Farm, by George Orwell. In George Orwell’s allegorical masterpiece, Animal Farm, the depiction of the demise of human conduct and the subsequent rise of non-human species…
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nerdygirlquotes · 5 months
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'We have consulted physician after physician in vain, till we are quite convinced that they can do nothing for us.'
- Sanditon, Jane Austen
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